Event Details: Walter Finch Funeral

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Event Details: Washington 17 Special Meeting

Esteemed Brothers and Honored Guests,

With great pride and fraternal joy, Washington Lodge No. 17 announces our illustrious Annual Awards Night, a momentous occasion to honor the enduring commitment and dedication of our brethren. This year, we shall bestow prestigious awards upon those who have faithfully served for 65, 50, 40, 30, and 25 years—milestones that embody the timeless principles of Freemasonry.

Join us in this grand fellowship on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025, at the Hamilton Masonic Temple. The evening commences at 7:00 PM, promising an unforgettable gathering of celebration, reflection, and brotherly bonds.

All Master Masons in good standing, along with their families and friends, are most cordially invited to partake in this exalted event. To ensure a place at this distinguished assembly, please RSVP without delay to WB Terry Thompson Cannon at 513-290-9022.

In the spirit of generosity that defines our Craft, we kindly ask attendees to consider a donation to help offset the costs of our sumptuous refreshments, fostering an atmosphere of shared abundance.

Let us unite in harmony and make this night a beacon of Masonic excellence!

Fraternally,

WB Jeremy Spangenberg, PM 

Secretary 

Washington Lodge No. 17

Event Details: In Memoriam Brother Duaine Couch Sr.

**PLEASE NOTE TIME UPDATE ON MASONIC SERVICE IS NOW 1:30PM"

Born August 3, 1954 ∙ Entered into the Celestial Lodge Above December 7, 2025  

With profound sorrow, yet with full faith in the Divine Architect of the Universe, we announce the passing of our beloved Brother Duaine Couch Sr., a devoted and faithful Mason for many years.

Brother Duaine was a loyal and active member of both Washington Lodge No. 17 and Oxford Lodge No. 67. Throughout his years in the Craft, he exemplified the principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. His quiet strength, steadfast service, and unwavering commitment to the Fraternity touched countless lives and enriched the Lodges he so dearly loved. He was a true pillar of the Lodge — ever ready to extend a helping hand, offer wise counsel, and uphold the ancient landmarks of our gentle Craft.

**Funeral services honoring the life of Brother Duaine Couch Sr. will be held:**

**Friday, December 19, 2025**  

Webster Funeral Home  

3080 Homeward Way  

Fairfield, Ohio 45014  

- Public Visitation: 12:00 p.m.  

- Masonic Funeral Service (Blue Lodge and Scottish Rite): 1:30 p.m.  

  (This service is open to the public; family, friends, and the community are warmly welcome)  

- Burial with graveside rites immediately following at  

  Hickory Flat Cemetery  

  4464 Morganthaler Rd, Hamilton, Ohio 45011  

**Brethren of all Lodges** are earnestly requested to attend and accord our departed Brother the last Masonic honors he so richly deserves. Please arrive no later than 12:30 p.m., properly clothed in dark business suit, white shirt and black tie if possible.  Funeral aprons will be provided. (Scottish Rite brethren are invited to bring appropriate regalia for their portion of the service).

Though our Brother has laid down his working tools in this earthly temple, his virtues and example will continue to illuminate the path for those who follow. May the Great Architect grant him refreshment, rest, and everlasting peace in that House not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

Fraternally and with deepest sorrow,  

WB Jeremy Spangenberg, PM

Secretary 

Washington Lodge No. 17